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Post by lilolpeapicker on Jul 29, 2023 15:25:54 GMT -5
The reading I have seen suggest that only trace elements would leach out including zinc which occurs naturally in soil and also needed by the body. But rusting may still occur over time.
Thinking about trying one for a raised bed.
What do u think?
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Post by desertwoman on Jul 29, 2023 15:49:10 GMT -5
I have used galvanized stock tanks to collect water and galvanized water can, for decades, and have never had rust form. I say go for it.
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Post by emmsmommy on Jul 30, 2023 12:34:13 GMT -5
lilolpeapicker, they're pretty popular now and I've been growing in old washtubs for years, so I agree with desertwoman and say go for it!
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Post by Mumsey on Jul 31, 2023 5:06:07 GMT -5
I have 3 as planters, they do tend to eventually rust at the bottom and I leave them in place all year. I think if I move them, the bottom might fall out. One is an old corn bucket that I rescued from Dad's "stash", it was rusting when I got it. Holes in the bottom are good for drainage.
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